Well, my closet project that was supposed to get finished up today is not quite done – its all ready for paint so i will hopefully finish it up this week and post it soon. But, this is a guest post that i did over @ Remodelaholic a couple weeks ago – check it out :)

When Cassity asked me to part of her home tour I was so excited – my blog was so new at that time. There is so much talent out there and this is truly an honor.

I am going to show you the “main” part of my house. The entry, family room, dining room and the kitchen. These rooms are nearly done but I definitely have some things that I want to change up – especially after looking at them through a camera :)

This is the outside of our house – we have been here barely 3 years now and cant wait until all of our bushes grow up!

When you walk in the front door I was lucky to get a pretty large entry way. To the left of the entry are the kids rooms/bathroom and on the right is my husbands office.

I performed a little “surgery” on a dresser (you can read about that here) and put it up against the wall. I really like how the space still feels open and not cluttered. I decorated with some random things, pics of kids on curtain rod with one of my many wreaths, goodwill lamp re-do and an old chunk of carved wood.

Directly across the entry way is the stairway going to the basement. This whole thing (entry way and stairwell) will be getting some board and batten treatment when we finish up the basement. For now I have a huge old window hanging on the wall along with a $5 bench from goodwill that I recently made over. Its a great place to store blankets for snuggling up on the couch :)

When you come in you can see the family room/dining room. Glad you cant see the kitchen – usually dirty dishes in there :)

Here are some pics of the family room. We purchased all new furniture when we moved in but I actually just made and covered the couches in the white slip covers a couple weeks ago (read about some of that here). When we 1st moved in I was digging sage green, golds and browns. I was so over that and decided to paint a more neutral, calm color just over a year ago. So glad I did, it totally changed the look and feel of my house and the way that I decorate it as well. One day I will post the before pics on my blog :)

For now I am loving the all white couches, I bought some fabric to cover the throw pillows but I think I am going to stay with the all white for the summer. Maybe I will add some texture to those pillows – I am thinking ruffles?!?! Another project for another day…

I also just recently refinished my coffee tables and used some of my old mason jars as flower vases. This little project was so cheap and easy and I love the color that it brings into my otherwise very neutral room. You can see more pics of that post here.

One challenge in this space is that built in desk. At first I thought it would be a great space for the kids and their homework but really its just a junk collector. I have future plans to add some shelving/open up some of the cabinets to make it feel like a built in hutch.

Another challenge in this space is the corner fireplace. Furniture placement is a little difficult and really only looks good when the couches are angled. Also my house is pretty light and airy and the dark stacked stone seems to heavy. I recently added the barn wood planks to the back of the clock – I am liking it better but am still thinking of cutting it down to fit the clock? Not sure yet…

The console table under the TV is a $40 goodwill purchase – you can see the before pic here.

Right next to the family room is the dining room. I really wish this whole space was about 5 feet wider. Its fine for normal every day use but seems cramped when we have people over – I think its because of the way that I have angled the couches. But it works for now.

I did make room for an antique nightstand that I got from my grandma, you can read about that here.

I recently made the chair bows out of drop cloths. I love how it softens the space up. With so many windows there are a lot of harsh lines – I recently tried to hang drop cloth curtains but my husband was having it, sometimes I have to let him have his way :)

And you guessed it, right next to the dining room is the kitchen. I love this kitchen! I love the cream, bead board cabinets – they are so classic and will never go out of style. The kitchen is a decent size and it works for us. I have a huge walk-in pantry that is currently undergoing a little makeover – complete with a old chippy door to replace that builder door – cant wait!

I installed the “faux” ceiling tiles a while ago for the backsplash and I love it. I love the texture and think the style of them works perfect with our house.

I had a little extra space so I bought this cute little shelf that holds some random things. See that white pantry door? Soon that will be gone :)

I love all things old and chippy, and when I came across this old wood tool box @ goodwill for about $5 I new I could do so many things with it. Right now it sits on my island and is lined with candles. I didn’t even have to paint it!

Here is a pic from the kitchen looking into the family room – I gotta see the TV while I am fixin some dinner :)

Okay, I absolutely LOVE your home. I've seen some of your other projects, like your laundry room, and I think the bathroom, and have always loved them. But seeing these rooms too!?? Totally love it all. I would love to see more of the kitchen details. Everything looks so fabulous, can't wait to see the pantry and new door!

Also, I love the clock, but I could also see it with the wood cut down to size. I think either would be lovely. Would your husband freak if you painted the fireplace white?? Ours is HUGE stones, of all colors of course, and it was so dark & heavy. So a few years ago, we painted it the same colors as the rest of the room. I love it so much better. Just wish it was white now. :)

Ditto to Sandra's commnet. I am jealous so much of your home is complete. We're in the middle of installing our floors. I can't wait until I get to do some more decorative work instead of demolishing and installing!

You have such a beautiful home! I love the calm and breezy feeling that it gives. There is so much light too. The old accessories mixed with new, granite and such is a great combination. I am so glad you shared it with us.

Did you do the paint color on your kitchen cabinets? I am looking for the right kind of cream/off-white for my own. Oh, and click here to see my aforementioned flooring installation chaos. Love all the work you've done so far!

Beautiful home and great projects! Where did you get the C-shaped handles for your picture frames in your entry way? They are so cute and I've been looking for something like that too. Great work – Kristen

I love this tour of your house. I'm amazed at how you've managed to take a very modernly built home and add all those old chippy pieces and made it look like they're supposed to be there! Wow. I bow down to your decorating skills! Mad. Skillz. :)

Okay, so I have been blog-stalking for awhile. Your home is b.e.a.u.t.i.f.u.l and I love all of your ideas you come up with. I am IN LOVE with your coffee table and end table that are white with the dark tops. I have a couple of coffee tables very similar I have been wanting to paint, but just don't know where to start. Any chance you would do a tutorial on those pieces…in all your spare time? :)

If you don't have time for a tutorial on those, I would at least love to know the color of your white paint you use for so many of your pieces (like your entry way table and coffee table.) Do you use the same white paint/sheen for everything? I have been looking for a good white…and there are so many to pick from, but I love how your whites turn out.

Okay, Sorry so long. I guess I should have just emailed you! I love it that you are so willing to share how you do things. Lots of blogs just have the before and afters, but not how they got there. You are so nice to guide us step-by-step. Thanks! :)

Hi there! I just love your blog and find your creativity so inspiring! Just curious, what is the colour of the wall in the main part of your house? It's so refreshing! I'll be moving soon and would love to use that colour or a similar one. Thanks in advance!

Your house is amazing!!!! I love your blog and it is so inspirational as I am decorating my first home! I too want to know where you got the c shaped hooks that the pics in the entry way are hanging from? Thanks for sharing! johnandtasha@gmail.com

I love what you have done with your kitchen area. It is so fresh and clean feeling. Its beautiful. I have the same question as others, can you tell me the name of the paint color and brand you used? I would love to try it in my kitchen. Thanks! Lindsey

Just found your blog and instantly became a follower! I am IN LOOOOOVE with your home. Absolutely gorgeous. I love the use of old windows and wreaths… and all of your made-over furniture is gorgeous. Can't wait to look around more! :)

You have such a great since of style.I have been following your blog for a while and love your ideas. I especially like the blog with the pic of your husband wearing the hat on the scooter. So funny. Please keep posting and I absolutely love your tutorials. Keep posting those too. Thanks

So I found you from StyleBerry's blog when she posted a link on FB…. love your projects and have two questions. IT seems you have a tray under your washing machine, where did you get that? Our machine is upstairs, and your photos of your laundry room have me thinking we need one to avoid disaster… ALSO, love the rug you have under the dinning room table. Where did you find that? We have a formal dinning area, but use it for everyday meals, that would work perfect for us. Thanks for sharing so much!

Gosh, I wish I could pull my style together like you have. What a beautiful house. I love that clock, did you make it or buy it? If you could fit your style into a mold, what would you label it?Thanks!

I LOVE the dining table and chairs, especially the bench seat. Do you recall where you purchased it from?? I think it would look great in our new house, as well as comfortably seat our family of five and guests.